Roberto De Zerbi’s second Tottenham transfer window produced its busiest 24 hours yet on 13 July, with three separate attacking sagas moving at once, a full house of Spurs players confirmed for World Cup semi-final week, and a club legend delivering an early verdict on the new manager’s start.
It is a day that captures where this rebuild stands: six permanent or free arrivals already in the building, De Zerbi’s forward-line search now running on three tracks simultaneously, and four first-teamers still on international duty in the United States chasing a World Cup final. Which of those threads matters most by the time the squad reconvenes for pre-season on 22 July is still an open question.
The pace has not eased since Tottenham’s talking points stood at roughly £237m committed on 12 July. A day on, Spurs have gone from a two-horse race for a winger to a three-name conversation, picked up fresh interest in a Bournemouth forward via a domino effect in Paris, and had two full-backs deputise their way into World Cup semi-finals. With that much moving, De Zerbi’s in-tray is only getting longer heading into the final fortnight before pre-season.
What is the latest on Tottenham’s search for a new winger?
Tottenham’s winger and forward search widened on 13 July to include Manchester City’s Omar Marmoush, with TEAMtalk’s Graeme Bailey reporting that both Spurs and Newcastle United have made enquiries as the Egypt international considers his role under new City boss Enzo Maresca. Sports Mole added that Tottenham’s interest in Marmoush’s team-mate Savinho appears to have cooled slightly in the process, though nothing has been called off.
On the same day, Italian outlet Tuttosport reported Tottenham are among the clubs to have tabled an offer for Paris Saint-Germain’s Randal Kolo Muani, with De Zerbi said to be “not displeased” at the idea of a reunion with the forward, who scored five goals in 41 appearances on loan at the club last season. Fabrizio Romano, meanwhile, confirmed AC Milan are willing to sanction Rafael Leao’s exit, even though Tottenham are not yet in direct negotiations for the winger.
Which Tottenham players are wanted by rivals?
Tottenham’s own pursuit of Bournemouth’s Eli Junior Kroupi picked up momentum on 13 July after Gianluca Di Marzio reported Paris Saint-Germain have reached an agreement in principle to sign Barcelona’s Ferran Torres instead, effectively ending PSG’s interest in Kroupi. Bournemouth still value the 20-year-old at close to £100m, with Spurs reportedly readying an opening offer in the region of £85m.
Going the other way, The Athletic’s Jay Harris and Patrick Boyland named Everton among the clubs monitoring Djed Spence after his performances deputising for an injury-hit Reece James at the World Cup. Any sale would depend on De Zerbi lining up a replacement, with Destiny Udogie settled at left-back following Andy Robertson’s free transfer and Pedro Porro first choice on the right.
What did Ledley King say about Roberto De Zerbi’s start?
Former Tottenham captain Ledley King used an appearance on The Managers podcast to praise the impact De Zerbi has already had off the pitch, telling listeners he had been “really impressed” by the club’s business this summer even before a ball has been kicked in the new season. It is the clearest external endorsement yet of a rebuild that has already produced a club-record deal for Sandro Tonali and the retention of Archie Gray despite Newcastle’s interest.
How are Tottenham’s World Cup players getting on?
Spurs will have four players chasing World Cup glory this week after Pedro Porro and Djed Spence helped send Spain and England into the semi-finals. Porro played the full 90 minutes as Spain edged past Belgium, while Spence made an impact off the bench as England beat Norway 2-1 after extra time. Cristian Romero and summer signing Marcos Senesi are also through with Argentina, meaning Senesi and Romero will face Spence’s England in Atlanta, while Porro’s Spain face France in Dallas — the only semi-finalist with no Tottenham representation.
| Player | Country | Opponent | Venue | Kick-off (UK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pedro Porro | Spain | France | Dallas, Tue 14 July | 8pm |
| Djed Spence | England | Argentina | Atlanta, Wed 15 July | 8pm |
| Cristian Romero | Argentina | England | Atlanta, Wed 15 July | 8pm |
| Marcos Senesi | Argentina | England | Atlanta, Wed 15 July | 8pm |
Is Tottenham’s move for Savinho still alive?
Yes, though it has not advanced to full agreement. As of 12 July, Fabrizio Romano described Savinho as “number one, two and three” on De Zerbi’s winger list, with talks centred on Manchester City’s roughly £60m valuation rather than personal terms. The 13 July reporting on Marmoush suggests Tottenham are exploring alternatives rather than stepping back from Savinho outright, but City have not yet sanctioned a sale.
Why is Sandro Tonali still not training with his new teammates?
As things stood on 12 July, Tonali had not yet trained with his new Tottenham teammates, with Football.London’s Alasdair Gold stressing there was “nothing to be concerned about” — the Italy international was simply waiting on his UK work permit to clear following his move from Newcastle. No update on that process was reported on 13 July.
Tottenham Summer 2026 Talking Points Facts
Has Tottenham completed a deal for Savinho? No. As of 13th July 2026, Tottenham remain in talks with Manchester City, with City’s roughly £60m valuation still the reported sticking point.
Is Rafael Leao joining Tottenham? Not yet. As of 13th July 2026, Fabrizio Romano says AC Milan are willing to sanction his exit, but Tottenham are not confirmed to be in direct negotiations for the winger.
How many Tottenham players have reached the World Cup semi-finals? Four — Pedro Porro and Marcos Senesi (Spain and Argentina’s quarter-final routes respectively), Djed Spence (England) and Cristian Romero (Argentina) — as confirmed on 13th July 2026.
When do Tottenham’s World Cup players play their semi-finals? Spain face France in Dallas on Tuesday 14 July, and England face Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday 15 July, with both matches kicking off at 8pm UK time according to Sky Sports.
Is Sandro Tonali training with his new Tottenham teammates yet? Not as of the club’s most recent update on 12th July 2026 — he remains without a UK work permit, a paperwork process rather than an injury concern.
